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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pomona, CA?
Dr. Megha Patel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pomona, CA. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (517) 364-2570.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patel typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Patel diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Patel. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patel typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Megha Patel may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Patel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 364-2570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Pomona, CA?
Dr. Patel in Pomona, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Patel affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Patel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center,Baldwin Park, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center,Baldwin Park, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center,Fontana, CARanked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center,Fontana, CA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
San Antonio Regional Hospital,Upland, CARanked in 2 Procedures
San Antonio Regional Hospital,Upland, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center,San Diego, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center,San Diego, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital,Los Angeles, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265987721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patel
What is Dr. Megha Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pomona, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is Dr. Megha Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Dr. Megha Patel accepting new patients in Pomona, CA?
Yes, Dr. Megha Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Megha Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (517) 364-2570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Megha Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (517) 364-2570 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Patel's office is located in Pomona, CA.
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